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Every drop can be used for the coming period of scarcity. Then it can do its sewage differently

Zee Entertainment lays off 50% employees at Bengaluru's tech unit

The plan will optimise the resources and arrive at a cost-effective structure to drive continued growth for the company

NIA announces Rs 10 lakh reward on accused in Rameshwaram Cafe blast case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh each for sharing information leading to the arrest of two key accused in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case. The agency requested the general public for information on Mussavir Hussain Shazib alias Shazeb and Abdul Matheen Ahmed Taahaa alias Abdul Matheen Taha wanted in the case, according to a post on X. In a major breakthrough, the NIA had on Wednesday arrested Muzammil Shareef, a key conspirator in the blast case. NIA investigations have revealed that Muzammil Shareef had extended logistic support to the two wanted accused in the case, involving an IED explosion at the cafe located at ITPL Road, Brookefield, Bengaluru, on March 1. Several people were injured in the blast.

IPL 2024: RCB vs KKR head-to-head, Bengaluru pitch report, weather forecast

In the Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders have faced each other

NIA arrests key conspirator in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case

In a major breakthrough, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a key conspirator in Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe blast case, according to an official statement issued on Thursday. Muzammil Shareef was picked up on Wednesday and placed in custody as a co-conspirator after NIA teams cracked down at 18 locations, including 12 in Karnataka, five in Tamil Nadu and one in Uttar Pradesh, it said. The NIA, which took over the case on March 3, had earlier identified the main accused, Mussavir Shazeeb Hussain, who had carried out the blast. It had also identified another conspirator, Abdul Matheen Taha, who is also wanted by the agency in other cases, the statement said. "Both the men are on the run, it added. NIA investigations have revealed that Muzammil Shareef had extended logistic support to the other two identified accused in the case, involving an IED explosion at the cafe located at ITPL Road, Brookefield, Bengaluru, on March 1. Several customers and hotel staff memb

Tejas Mark-1A fighter aircraft completes first flight in Bengaluru

The Mark-1A has four or five major changes over the Mark-1 fighter. These includes an active electronic scanned array (AESA) radar, a combined interrogator and transponder

Govt's ban on 'ferocious' dog breeds takes a bite out of pet business

Breeders and importers of exotic dogs worried; animal rights activists say the industry needs to be tamed

No Holi water balloons & pool parties please, we're water-starved Bengaluru

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board wants to conserve every drop of the water of the Cauvery River and borewells

Schneider Electric invests Rs 100 cr in new cooling factory in Bengaluru

Eighty-five per cent of the products manufactured in this factory will be exported, significantly catering to the data centre segment, as well as to buildings, industry, and infrastructure

What is the 60% Kannada signage rule? Here's all to know about the law

After the Karnataka HC asked the State to avoid any coercive action against shops failing to comply with the Kannada on signboards rule, here's a look at the history of the Kannada preference struggle

Snap Inc bets on India's young population to spur growth for Snapchat

In India, Snapchat boasts of a 200 million strong user base. A recent YouGov survey revealed that in Bengaluru, 85 per cent of Snapchatters use the app daily

Routematic bets on artificial intelligence to tap corporate commuters

Benguluru-based corporate commute start-up Routemataic is set to transform corporate transport by focussing on individual commuter needs

Bengaluru real estate developers cast a green lifeline amid water crisis

Incorporating the latest sustainability technologies does cost more, but most customers are increasingly willing to invest extra for these advanced features

FLY91 starts commercial operations with maiden flight from Goa to B'luru

FLY91, the latest entrant in the country's aviation sector, on Monday commenced commercial operations with its first flight taking off for Bengaluru from here. The flight departed from Goa's Manohar International Airport at 07.55 am to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The regional airline also operated its maiden flight to Sindhudurg from Bengaluru on Monday, a company spokesman said. The airline also launched a special fare of Rs 1,991 (all inclusive). The inaugural offer will be valid on all flights across FLY91 sectors, he said. Commenting on the start of commercial operations, Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FLY91 said the launch of commercial flight symbolises the airline's "commitment to connecting India in a way that has never been done before. The company spokesman said that FLY91 is initially offering flights between Goa, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Sindhudurg, with plans to start operations to Agatti, Jalgaon and Pune in April. T

Tech hub Bengaluru faces severe water shortages as summer approaches

About 7,000 borewells have dried but authorities are making other arrangements, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said last week, adding there is no crisis

Sakra Hospital to set up second hospital in Bengaluru for Rs 1,000 crore

Sakra, in collaboration with SECOM and TTC, anticipates a revenue surge of Rs 500 crore by the end of 2024

Sakra World Hospital to invest Rs 1,000 crore on second unit in Bengaluru

Japan's Toyota Tsusho and Secom Medical System on Saturday announced plans to set up a second multi-super specialty healthcare facility under their Sakra World Hospital operations in India at an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. The two partners, which already run a Sakra World Hospital facility in Bengaluru, plan to add another 500-bed new unit at Banaswadi in Bengaluru North. The facility is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026. Sakra World Hospital is also looking to set up at a third unit, which is envisaged to have 300 beds, as part of its plans to add 1,000 beds in the upcoming years. The second facility, to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 1,000 crore, will have a 500-bed capacity with a built-up area spanning 6 lakh sq ft, Sakra World Hospital said in a statement. Sakra World Hospital is a collaboration between Japan's healthcare major Secom Medical System and trading conglomerate Toyota Tsusho. "The new facility is the extension of our firm commitment towards

B'luru water woes: Citizens in tech capital get innovative to tackle crisis

From exploring work from home (WFH) option and shifting to a place with better water facilities and taking bath on alternate days--citizens of India's tech capital are trying every possible thing to deal with an unprecedented water crisis that has gripped the city. The woes have become a serious issue of concern for Bengalureans , especially in Whitefield, KR Puram, Electronic City, RR Nagar, Kengeri and CV Raman Nagar. Those staying in high rise apartments with water harvesting facilities are also now dependent on tankers for drinking water and many restrictions have been imposed. Eateries in Bengaluru are mulling over use of disposable cups, glasses and plates to avoid excess use of water. Posters with catchy slogans -- "no rain no water," "water water everywhere but not a drop to drink", "conserve water", among others have been put up at many schools and building associations. Educational institutions are also feeling the pinch. Recently, a coaching centre in the city asked i

Bengaluru cafe blast case: NIA apprehends one suspect from Ballari

The agency had released multiple photos and videos of the suspect and also announced a cash reward of Rs. 10 lakh for any information

Big Breaking on Bengaluru blast case: NIA detains a suspect

The NIA, on March 13, detained a suspect in the Bengaluru cafe blast case, according to media reports. The suspect, identified as Shabbir, was apprehended from Karnataka's Ballari district.